A Lake District hotel group has celebrated its staff at an awards ceremony.
Lake District Hotels hosted its fourth Annual Employee Awards at Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa, celebrating the dedication, hard work, and exceptional service of its team members.
The ceremony brought together over 50 employees, with director Daniella Hope, operations director Gwyn Jones, and HR manager Maria Boyd presenting the awards.
The event highlighted key achievements across several categories, including long service, educational milestones, and internal promotions.
Caroline Jesus, senior reservationist at the hotel group’s head office, was awarded Employee of the Year for her exemplary customer service and positive impact on both guests and colleagues.
Richard Hazard, head gardener at Inn on the Lake, received the Going the Extra Mile Award for his 20 years of dedication in maintaining the hotel’s gardens.
Long service awards were presented to team members marking 10, 15, 20, and even 45 years with the company, demonstrating the strong sense of loyalty and commitment.
Several employees were promoted across various departments further reinforcing the company’s dedication to fostering career growth.
Daniella said: “It was an honour to host our 4th annual Employee Appreciation Awards, celebrating the incredible people at the heart of Lake District Hotels.
“Recognising their passion and dedication was humbling and reinforced how vital they are to our success.
“These awards are a meaningful way to show our gratitude for all they do, and we deeply appreciate their invaluable contributions.”
Long service awards
- Deseree Harakraj, 20 years at Inn on the Square
- Prenesh Harakraj, 20 years at Skiddaw Hotel
- Rosemary Harle, 20 years at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Kerri Barr, 20 years at Inn on the Lake
- Trish Irving, 15 years at head office
- Neels Ferreira, 15 years at Skiddaw Hotel
- Johnathon Wild, 15 years at Inn on the Lake
- George Smith, 10 years at Kings Arms
- Shani Taylor, 10 years at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Simona Burlacu, 10 years at Inn on the Lake
- Gary Larcombe, 10 years at Kings Arms
- Jonathon Miller-Tyson, 45 years at The Borrowdale Hotel
- Monica Ostachowska, 20 years at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Maddie Pretorius, 20 years at Inn on the Lake
- Richard Hazard, 20 years at Inn on the Lake
Promotions
- Holly Edmondson, promoted to Spa Reservationist at Lodore Falls Spa
- George Smith, promoted to General Manager at Kings Arms
- Jules Sirjean, promoted to Ramblers Bar Manager
- Alexandra Bujdoso, promoted to Junior Sous Chef at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Caylah Evans, promoted to Duty Manager at Borrowdale Hotel
- Andrew Teasdale, promoted to Laundry Supervisor at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Clare Clarke, promoted to Food and Beverage Supervisor at Inn on the Square
- Tony Clarke, promoted to Housekeeping Manager at Inn on the Square
- Krystiana Childerhouse, promoted to Trainee Duty Manager at Kings Arms
- Flori Musca, promoted to Food and Beverage Manager at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Adam Carpenter, promoted to Lounge Bar Manager at Inn on the Lake
- Rebecca Redman, promoted to Restaurant Manager at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Bronwyn Grant, promoted to Trainee Duty Manager at Skiddaw Hotel
- Sandeep Goud, promoted to Sous Chef at Inn on the Lake
- Petr Schmidt, promoted to Food & Beverage Manager at Inn on the Lake
- Prenesh Harakraj, promoted to Duty Manager at Skiddaw Hotel
- Jodie Kennedy, promoted to Spa Receptionist Manager at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Lorna Cooper, promoted to Deputy Manager at Skiddaw Hotel
- Zack Howard, promoted to Assistant Restaurant Manager at Inn on the Lake
- Andrea Wells, promoted to Spa Butler Supervisor at Lodore Falls Spa
- Adam Fox, promoted to Trainee Duty Manager at Skiddaw Hotel
- Richard Haizelden, promoted to Group Painter & Decorator at Lake District Hotels
- Daisy Haynes, promoted to Bar Supervisor at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Cerys Benn, promoted to Spa Receptionist Supervisor at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Simona Burlacu, promoted to Restaurant Manager at Inn on the Lake
- Deborah Matthews, promoted to Finance Director at Head Office
- Gwyn Jones, promoted to Operations Director at Head Office
- Crina Straulescue, promoted to Housekeeping Supervisor at Lodore Falls Hotel
- Aloysia Reilly, promoted to Food and Beverage Supervisor at Lodore Falls Hotel
Qualifications
- Daniel Revitt, Skiddaw Hotel: Hospitality Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Jules Sirjean, Inn on the Lake: Hospitality Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Nicola Grundy, The Borrowdale Hotel: Hospitality Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Nora Horvath, Lodore Falls: WSET Level 2 (Wines & Spirits Education Trust)
- Etienne Van Schalkwyk, Lodore Falls: WSET Level 2 (Wines & Spirits Education Trust)
- Ana Soria Ruiz, Lodore Falls: Hospitality Level 3 Apprenticeship
